When you lie down take and place a pillow, a firm one beetwen your legs to take the pressure off of your hips and lower back. Alternate ice and heat for lessening swelling and inflammation. Take over the counter Alleve, which is Naproxsyn sodium which is great for getting rid of inflammation with sciatica. Start out with two tabs initially then follow bottle instructions. Take for a few days with food as it irritates the stomach a little , but it works wonderful for sciatica. I have had it and know. also if you have a soft carpet and a low chair, place your legs up on the chair and lie on your back in a comfortable position letting your muscles relax for awhile. Roll when you get up to the sides not sit-up. this should take care of your problem. Of course sciatica comes back, so mild exercise like walking after the flare -up and stretches will help prevent reoccurance.Good Luck!